Crawl Space Mold or Mold In House!

Crawl space mold,fungus and mold in house grows as a result of moisture in the crawl space and can cause health issues in the home. A wet crawl space is caused by a combination of issues leading to mold in the crawl space which will contaminate the air and infiltrate inside the home. Up to 50% of the air in a home can come from the crawl space due to the “Stack Effect”.

Mold and mildew in the crawl space are known to cause respiratory health problems like coughing, wheezing, or lung disease. People with allergies or immunity weaknesses may have more severe reactions. If you’ve noticed people in your home experience sinus issues, headaches, or feeling achy, you might have crawl space mold.

If you suspect the presence of mold in your home’s crawl space, contact us ASAP about removing mold from your crawl space. We service homeowners throughout the entire North Carolina area and have the experience to tackle projects of any size.

The Main Causes of Crawl Space Moisture and Mold:

Moisture from the damp earth.

Moisture from standing water.

Moisture from outside humidity.

In order to prevent mold growth, you must eliminate the sources of moisture. Science has shown that 95% of molds cannot thrive in a dry climate. For this reason, we recommend working to reduce the crawl space humidity to 65% or less. Without moisture, mold cannot continue to grow and release harmful irritants.

How to Reduce Crawl Space Moisture to Prevent Mold Growth:

*Eliminate the moisture from standing water- with a French drain and sump pumps OR sand in special circumstances. If the crawl space floods, your home is at risk for mold growth.

*Eliminate the moisture from the damp earth- with a vapor barrier or crawl space encapsulation. Moisture from the damp earth must be covered with vapor barrier to control moisture.

*Eliminate the moisture from outside humidity -with a crawl space encapsulation which includes a vapor barrier, sealed vents, wrapped piers, insulated walls, and a crawl space dehumidifier. With our Dry Space Encapsulation, we 100% guarantee that your moisture levels will stay below 65% humidity, year around.